involvement
McKinney's Día de los Muertos celebration thrives through community participation. Whether you contribute as a vendor showcasing cultural crafts, a volunteer helping behind the scenes, a financial supporter preserving traditions, or a contestant bringing characters to life. Your involvement makes this celebration authentic and meaningful. Each person who shares their time, talent, or resources becomes part of the vibrant tapestry that honors ancestral traditions while building bridges across our diverse community. Discover below how you can be part of this cultural celebration that grows more beautiful each year through collective participation.
Sponsor
Partner with Us to Uplift Tradition and Inspire Joy
Your support helps keep our cultural traditions alive for future generations. By partnering with McKinney's Día de los Muertos, you're investing in educational programs that honor heritage while building community bridges. Join local businesses and families who contribute to this vibrant celebration through sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, and in-kind donations that make our event possible.
donate
Honor Memory through Giving to Support our Cultural Celebration
Make a donation in memory of someone special and help ensure our cultural celebrations continue to thrive. Your contribution supports educational programs, artist stipends, and community workshops that preserve and share the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos. Every gift, no matter the size, helps build up culture in our community while creating a meaningful tribute to those who have shaped our lives.
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Merchandise
Share Your Crafts, Creations, and Cuisine for all to Experience
Join our carefully curated marketplace showcasing authentic cultural crafts, art, and cuisine. We're seeking vendors whose offerings honor Día de los Muertos traditions while delighting festival-goers. Each booth becomes part of our vibrant cultural tapestry, creating an immersive experience for thousands of visitors. Applications are reviewed based on quality, authenticity, and presentation. Bring your unique cultural perspective to our celebration!
volunteer
Lend Your Hands and Heart to Present the Best Festival Yet
Our festival comes to life through dedicated volunteers who share their time and energy. We need helping hands for setup, takedown, and everything in between. Whether you have a few hours or can commit to multiple shifts, your contribution makes this cultural celebration possible. Connect with your community, experience the festival from the inside, and help preserve these beautiful traditions for years to come.
la catrin
Bring Your Most Extravagant Catrina Look to Life
Embrace the elegance and artistry of Día de los Muertos through our costume contest celebrating multiple traditions. Compete as a haunting Catrina, dapper Catrín, coordinated family ensemble, or symbolic spirit animal. Pre-register online or sign up on-site 30 minutes before judging begins. Winners in each category receive prizes from local artisans while honoring these beloved cultural icons that bridge the worlds of the living and the remembered.
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